Sintana Energy Confirms Third Light Oil Discovery at Namibia’s Mopane Complex

Sintana Energy’s Mopane-2X Well Strengthens Namibia’s Offshore Oil Potential Sintana Energy has successfully completed drilling operations at the Mopane-2X well in Namibia’s PEL 83 offshore block, confirming the presence of high-quality light oil and further strengthening the exploration potential of the Mopane complex. The discovery adds to growing evidence that PEL 83 is emerging as one of Namibia’s most promising hydrocarbon regions, with results expected to support future development opportunities and Sintana Energy’s long-term growth

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De Beers Reports Strong Production Growth Despite Challenging Diamond Market

De Beers Rough Diamond Output Rises 88% as Botswana Operations Drive Production Recovery Global diamond producer De Beers has reported a significant increase in rough diamond production, with output rising 88% year-on-year to 7.8 million carats in the second quarter of 2026. The increase lifted the company’s first-half production to 14.91 million carats, representing a 46% rise compared with the same period last year. De Beers attributed the growth mainly to the recovery of production

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ENDIAMA Showcases Sustainability and Governance During Kimberley Process Review Visit

ENDIAMA Highlights Sustainable Diamond Mining and Transparency During Kimberley Process Assessment in Angola Angola’s state-owned diamond company, ENDIAMA E.P., has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible diamond mining, transparency and sustainable development during a review visit by a delegation from the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS). The delegation, currently in Angola to evaluate the country’s implementation of rough diamond certification mechanisms, met with ENDIAMA’s Board of Directors on Monday as part of the official assessment process.

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Angola and DRC Deepen Energy Cooperation on Shared Offshore Hydrocarbon Resources

Angola and DRC Advance Joint Offshore Oil Development with New Cooperation Measures for Common Interest Area Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have continued to strengthen their energy partnership after technical experts from both countries met in Luanda on Tuesday and Wednesday to advance cooperation within the Area of Common Interest (ACI). According to Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, the meeting focused on reviewing the implementation of the legal framework

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Galp Returns to Angola’s Oil Exploration Sector with New Investment Plans

Portuguese Energy Company Galp Returns to Angola Oil Exploration as Sonangol Partnership Strengthens Portuguese energy company Galp is preparing to return to oil exploration activities in Angola, marking a renewed interest in one of Africa’s most important oil-producing markets. The company is planning new investments in Angola’s upstream oil and gas sector through renewed cooperation with Sonangol, Angola’s state-owned oil company. The move reflects growing confidence in the country’s petroleum industry and its long-term exploration

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Botswana Considers Buying Into De Beers as Anglo American Selects Preferred Bidder

Botswana Weighs De Beers Stake Purchase After Anglo American Picks Preferred Buyer Anglo American has selected a preferred buyer for its stake in diamond producer De Beers, with Botswana considering whether to use its right of first refusal to acquire the stake independently, alongside the chosen bidder, or with another partner. Anglo American placed De Beers up for sale in 2024 as part of a wider restructuring strategy following a prolonged decline in diamond prices

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Nova Africa Plans $21 Million Restart of Botswana Gold Mine

Nova Africa Announces $21 Million Investment to Restart Botswana Gold Mining Operations Nova Africa Resources is planning a US$21 million investment to restart gold mining operations in Botswana, as the company seeks to revive production and unlock the value of the country’s mineral resources. The project involves the redevelopment of a previously inactive gold mine, with funding expected to support mine rehabilitation, infrastructure upgrades, exploration activities and the preparation of the operation for renewed production.

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Trafigura Withdraws from Angola’s $2 Billion Power Project Amid Development Challenges

Trafigura Exits Angola’s $2 Billion Power Plant Project, Raising Questions Over Energy Expansion Plans Global commodities company Trafigura has withdrawn from a planned US$2 billion power project in Angola, creating uncertainty around one of the country’s major energy infrastructure developments. The project, which was expected to support Angola’s electricity generation capacity and strengthen industrial growth, was part of broader efforts to expand the country’s energy infrastructure and improve power supply reliability. Trafigura’s decision to step

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Nigeria Offers Shell New Incentives to Accelerate $20 Billion Offshore Oil Project

Nigeria Introduces Tax Incentives to Fast-Track Shell’s $20 Billion Bonga South West Oil Development Nigeria has introduced new investment incentives aimed at accelerating the development of Shell’s Bonga Southwest Aparo (BSWA) deepwater oil project, a major offshore development expected to attract around US$20 billion in investment. The incentives are designed to improve the project’s commercial viability and encourage Shell and its partners to move forward with a Final Investment Decision (FID) after years of delays.

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Dangote Refinery Moves to Dollar-Based Fuel Pricing Amid Currency and Supply Pressures

Africa’s Largest Oil Refinery Switches to US Dollar Pricing for Fuel Sales in Nigeria Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery, the largest oil refinery in Africa, has introduced a new pricing system that links the sale of refined petroleum products to the US dollar. The move replaces the previous naira-based pricing structure and is aimed at managing foreign exchange risks associated with crude oil purchases, operational costs and international market fluctuations. The refinery’s decision comes as it

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